The flight distance from Axum Airport (AXU) in Axum Airport, Ethiopia to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is 838 kilometers (521 miles / 453 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 3°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Ethiopia with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:35 in Axum Airport, it's 00:35 in Jeddah.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,911 feet between the two airports. King Abdulaziz International Airport sits lower than Axum Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Jeddah (JED) to Axum Airport (AXU) follows a heading of 183° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Axum Airport (AXU) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.